Vertical milling machines are traditional 3-axis machines that remain essential today for the production of small series of diverse parts. At Makinate, you can find a carefully selected range... of high-quality used vertical milling machines from specialized manufacturers such as Bridgeport, Deckel Maho, Deber, CB Ferrari, Hermle, Paventa, and other well-known brands in the workshop machine tool sector.
Structural features of vertical milling machines
Vertical milling machines are distinguished by their unique structural configuration compared to other types of milling machines. The main characteristic of these machines lies in their kinematics: the table moves along the three axes (X, Y, Z) while the milling head remains fixed. This design makes vertical milling machines particularly suitable for processing small components, making them ideal for workshops that require flexibility and versatility for diverse tasks.
Simplicity and operational reliability
Vertical milling machines are extremely simple in terms of structure and operation. The traditional kinematics of these machines do not allow simultaneous operation of multiple axes during machining, unlike more complex machines. Consequently, the geometries of the parts produced are relatively simple, but this does not limit their usefulness for a wide range of applications in the metalworking industry, from tooling to maintenance, prototyping, and small series production.
Typical workshop applications
Vertical milling machines are compact machines frequently used for:
Small occasional jobs in mechanical workshops
Production of small series of diverse parts
Tooling and maintenance work
Prototyping and production of components from drawings
Milling operations on small parts with simple geometries
Traditional and modern versions
Vertical milling machines are available in both traditional and modern CNC configurations. Traditional versions are often equipped with a dial indicator that allows operators to identify the current position of the three axes but cannot command the machine. Positioning is done manually using handwheels, requiring direct operator intervention. In modern versions, knee-type vertical milling machines are equipped with CNC systems (such as Selca, Siemens, and other reliable systems), allowing more automatic operation, improving machining repeatability and overall productivity.The vertical milling machines in our catalog offer different technical configurations depending on the required dimensions and capacities. Typical travel ranges from a few hundred millimeters up to 2000 mm along the X-axis for larger versions, with tables measuring from 400 x 400 mm to 2300 x 825 mm. Spindles usually have ISO 40 or ISO 50 mounts, with speeds ranging from 4000 to 16000 rpm depending on the model. Some advanced versions are equipped with automatic tool changers to increase process automation.
Why choose a used knee-type vertical milling machine from Makinate
Purchasing a used vertical milling machine is a smart investment for mechanical workshops, tooling shops, and small businesses that need a versatile and reliable machine without the high cost of a new machine. Every milling machine in our catalog comes with a detailed technical sheet with complete specifications on axis travels, table dimensions, spindle characteristics, type of installed CNC control, and general machine condition. Used knee-type vertical milling machines offer excellent value for money, allowing access to reliable and tested machines at competitive prices.
Vertical milling machines are traditional 3-axis machines that remain essential today for the production of small series of diverse parts. At Makinate, you can find a carefully selected range of high-quality used vertical milling machines from specialized manufacturers such as Bridgeport, Deckel Maho, Deber, CB Ferrari, Hermle, Paventa, and other well-known brands in the workshop machine tool sector....
Structural features of vertical milling machines
Vertical milling machines are distinguished by their unique structural configuration compared to other types of milling machines. The main characteristic of these machines lies in their kinematics: the table moves along the three axes (X, Y, Z) while the milling head remains fixed. This design makes vertical milling machines particularly suitable for processing small components, making them ideal for workshops that require flexibility and versatility for diverse tasks.
Simplicity and operational reliability
Vertical milling machines are extremely simple in terms of structure and operation. The traditional kinematics of these machines do not allow simultaneous operation of multiple axes during machining, unlike more complex machines. Consequently, the geometries of the parts produced are relatively simple, but this does not limit their usefulness for a wide range of applications in the metalworking industry, from tooling to maintenance, prototyping, and small series production.
Typical workshop applications
Vertical milling machines are compact machines frequently used for:
Small occasional jobs in mechanical workshops
Production of small series of diverse parts
Tooling and maintenance work
Prototyping and production of components from drawings
Milling operations on small parts with simple geometries
Traditional and modern versions
Vertical milling machines are available in both traditional and modern CNC configurations. Traditional versions are often equipped with a dial indicator that allows operators to identify the current position of the three axes but cannot command the machine. Positioning is done manually using handwheels, requiring direct operator intervention. In modern versions, knee-type vertical milling machines are equipped with CNC systems (such as Selca, Siemens, and other reliable systems), allowing more automatic operation, improving machining repeatability and overall productivity.The vertical milling machines in our catalog offer different technical configurations depending on the required dimensions and capacities. Typical travel ranges from a few hundred millimeters up to 2000 mm along the X-axis for larger versions, with tables measuring from 400 x 400 mm to 2300 x 825 mm. Spindles usually have ISO 40 or ISO 50 mounts, with speeds ranging from 4000 to 16000 rpm depending on the model. Some advanced versions are equipped with automatic tool changers to increase process automation.
Why choose a used knee-type vertical milling machine from Makinate
Purchasing a used vertical milling machine is a smart investment for mechanical workshops, tooling shops, and small businesses that need a versatile and reliable machine without the high cost of a new machine. Every milling machine in our catalog comes with a detailed technical sheet with complete specifications on axis travels, table dimensions, spindle characteristics, type of installed CNC control, and general machine condition. Used knee-type vertical milling machines offer excellent value for money, allowing access to reliable and tested machines at competitive prices.
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